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Jun 2024

1h 22m

Confessions by Saint Augustine

Jared Henderson & Wesley Walker

About this episode

Delve into the depths of Saint Augustine's Confessions on the Classical Mind podcast. Explore themes of sin, redemption,and the journey towards spiritual enlightenment in this timeless autobiography. Discover how Augustine's personal struggles and philosophical inquiries continue to resonate with modern audiences.

Endnotes:

* Junius: Tractates on the Gospel of John by Saint Augustine

* Wesley:

* “Something More (Augustine’s Confession)” by Switchfoot

* “The Apostle Paul and the Introspective Conscience of the West” by Krister Stendahl

* Bonus: Lady Bird (2017)

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